Dates to Watch
Thursday, Feb. 14
Grandparents as Parents program at SCV Senior Center Kickoff What: The Santa Clarita Senior Center is excited to bring a new program to the Santa Clarita Valley that will support grandparents as parents as they navigate the care of their grandchildren. The Senior Center just received funding from Los Angeles County for Grandparents as Parents and Kinship Care. Grandparent-headed households have increased more than 60 percent since the beginning of this decade, according to the nonprofit Children’s Defense Fund, and predictions are that this family type will continue to increase dramatically. Substance abuse, incarceration, mental and physical illness, teenage pregnancy and welfare reform have significantly impacted the numbers of grandparents who find themselves in the role of parent once again. While the idea of children living with grandparents is not new, the frequency of grandparent care has increased and the reasons for this phenomenon have changed. The services that will be offered are support groups, advocacy, education, parenting classes and more.
When: 10-11:30 a.m. Where: SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market St., Santa Clarita
More info: Linda Davies, program specialist, (661) 259-9444, ext. 130
Saturday, Feb. 16
Elks lodge holds charity roast for veterans and children with disabilities
What: The community is invited to join us for a fun, entertaining evening to witness local veteran services leader, William ‘Bill’ Reynolds, take center stage to be roasted by his friends Elks CHEA Trustee Jay Larkins, City of Santa Clarita City Manager Ken Striplin and Iraq War Veteran Mike Garcia. City Councilman and lodge member, Bob Kellar, will serve as master of ceremonies for this fundraising event that will benefit local veterans services in the Santa Clarita Valley and also children with disabilities through the California-Hawaii Elks Major Project, Inc. www. chea-elks.org.
When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Santa Clarita Elks Lodge 2379, 17766 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita, CA 91351
Cost: $50 per person. Tickets may be purchased at the Elks Lodge Lounge or through the Elks Office. Tables of 10 are available for $500. More info: (661) 251-1500 for tickets and information.
LifeForward Workshop – Money Rules 101 Master Your Money Before it Masters You What: A free workshop to help participants understand how to successfully master their money and understand elements of managing money to achieve goals. This LifeForward workshop is hosted by Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley. When: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Child & Development Center Education Building, 21545 Center Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita, 91350
Cost: Free
More info: Single Mothers Outreach at (661) 288-0117
Monday, Feb. 18
Lynne Fearman Oil Demo at Barnes and Noble
What: An oil-painting demo by Lynne Fearman will be held during the meeting of the Santa Clarita Artists Association. This event is free and open to the public. It will be held at Barnes & Noble. Using a palette of three colors and white, Fearman said, “This will be slightly different from most because my triad will be primarily in the cool tones. I will show how this limited palette can create a dynamic and exciting painting.” Over the years, Fearman has garnered numerous awards for her work and has shown her work in the Riverside Art Museum and Pasadena Museum of History. She was commissioned to create “Bearlovian Paradise” as a permanent art installation for the Monrovia Library in 2010.
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Barnes & Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita
Cost: Free
More info: Olga Kaczmar, (661) 254-5267
Tuesday, Feb. 19
City Council Meeting What: Santa Clarita City Council holds its regular meeting.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m. (Not on second meeting in July or first meeting in August). Where: City Hall, City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita
More info: Members of the public may address the Council on the topic of their choice; speaker cards must be completed before ‘Public Participation’
Thursday, Feb. 21
Caring for a Relative’s Child: Workshop for Kinship Caregivers What: Presented by Liz Gonzalez of Bet Tzedek Legal Services, the workshop will give a review of the issues involved in kinship care, and provide assistance in dealing with problems that arise. According to the Child Welfare Information Gateway, 30 percent of the 427,910 children in foster care were living with relatives.
When: 10-10:30 a.m. Where: SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market Street, Santa Clarita Cost: Free
More info: Linda Davies, ldavies@ scv-seniorcenter.org, 661-259-9444 x130
Saturday, Feb. 23
Watercolor on Canvas (Ages 16+) at Santa Paula Art Museum What: Add dimension and depth to watercolor paintings by exploring the technique of watercolor on canvas at the Santa Paula Art Museum. Join local artist Wana Klasen and discover the artistry, technical tricks, creative freedom and beautiful finished pieces you can achieve with this simple but satisfying method. This class is for everyone age 16 and over. All skill levels are welcome. Preregistration is required, and online registration is preferred.
When: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Santa Paula Art Museum, 117 N 10th Street, Santa Paula
Cost: $45
More info: https://www.santapaulaartmuseum.org/creativity, or call (805) 525-5554
Sunday, Feb. 24
SCV Koi and Water Garden Club Meetings What: Share ideas and experiences with others who have ponds or are building ponds in the SCV Koi and Water Garden Club’s monthly meeting.
When: Fourth Sunday every month, 4 p.m. Where: Call for location More info: For information, call 661-476-6947 or 661-259-6437.
Tuesday, Feb. 26
City Council Meeting What: Santa Clarita City Council holds its regular meeting.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m. (Not on second meeting in July or first meeting in August). Where: City Hall, City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita
More info: Members of the public may address the Council on the topic of their choice; speaker cards must be completed before ‘Public Participation’
Thursday, Feb. 21
Santa Clarita Valley Town Hall
What: Make your voice heard. Come meet the Sheriff Civilian Oversight commissioners and leadership from your sheriff’s station. Tell us how you feel about public safety in your community and your experience with the SCV Sheriff’s Station. Everyone is welcome. This town hall provides a public forum where local residents are encouraged to address commission members and leaders of their local law enforcement. Bring your thoughts, suggestions or concerns.
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Williams S. Hart Park, 24151 Newhall Ave., Newhall
Cost: Free
More info: https:// scvtownhall.eventbrite. com
Sunday, March 3
Orchestra to present winner of fifth annual Student Concerto Competition What: The Santa Clarita Philharmonic will present the final concert of its 2018-19 season. The program, “Youth and Pops” will feature the winner of the fifth annual Student Concerto Competition during the first half, along with Beethoven’s Egmont Overture and Mozart’s Symphony No. 40. The second half of the concert will include the “Overture to Brian’s House,” from a film score by Concertmaster Kirk Hunter, the theme from “Cinema Paradiso,” selections from the Broadway show “Hamilton,” and the “Suite from Dances with Wolves.” Keigo Tamaki, 12, the winner of the Student Concerto Competition, is an eighth-grade student at Rancho Pico junior High School.
When: 3 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at the College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Cost: Free
More info: www3. canyons.edu/Offices/PIO/ CanyonsPAC/index.html
Tuesday, March 5
City Council Meeting What: Santa Clarita City Council holds its regular meeting.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m. (Not on second meeting in July or first meeting in August). Where: City Hall, City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita
More info: Members of the public may address the Council on the topic of their choice; speaker cards must be completed before ‘Public Participation’
Friday, March 8
St. Clare’s Lenten Fish Fries
What: St. Clare Catholic Church’s 41st annual Lenten Fish Fries will be held on Fridays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, and April 5 and 12. Dinner is served from 4:30 to 8 p.m. and is available for dine in or take out. All proceeds benefit local charities and families in need. When: Fridays between March 8 and April 12 Where: St. Clare, 19606 Calla Way, Canyon Country.
Cost: The price is $10 for a 2-piece dinner or the fish tacos and $11 for a 3-piece dinner.
More info: 661-252-3353 or visit www.st-clare.org
Saturday, March 9
Ninth Annual Canyon Country Optimist Club’s Charity Quarter Auction
What: This event is sponsored by the Santa Clarita Optimist Foundation to raise funds to help bring out the best in kids.
When: 5-10 p.m. Where: Santa Clarita Sports Complex, 20870 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita, CA 91350 Cost: $45 per person includes dinner and nonalcoholic beverages More info: Norbert Moniz, Sr. at (661) 6783637 nmoniz@me.com or Vivian Lawrence (661) 803-0578, vilawren@ msn.com
Sunday, March 10
National Tour of Menopause the Musical — One Show Only What: Menopause The Musical is a groundbreaking celebration of women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived “The Change.” Now celebrating 17 years of female empowerment through hilarious musical comedy, Menopause The Musical has evolved as a “grassroots” movement of women who deal with life adjustments after 40 by embracing each other and the road ahead. When: 9 p.m.
Where: The Canyon — Santa Clarita, Westfield Valencia Town Center, 24201 Valencia Blvd., #1351, Santa Clarita Cost: $25 minimum More info: 800-745-3000
Tuesday, March 12
City Council Meeting What: Santa Clarita City Council holds its regular meeting.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m. (Not on second meeting in July or first meeting in August). Where: City Hall, City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita
More info: Members of the public may address the Council on the topic of their choice; speaker cards must be completed before ‘Public Participation’
Tuesday, March 19
City Council Meeting What: Santa Clarita City Council holds its regular meeting.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m. (Not on second meeting in July or first meeting in August). Where: City Hall, City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita
More info: Members of the public may address the Council on the topic of their choice; speaker cards must be completed before ‘Public Participation’
Friday, March 22
Assistance League’s Casino Night What: Come and experience the thrill of winning as you roll the dice, spin the wheel and turn over the cards. Many wonderful prizes are available for the winners, including VIP tickets for the L.A. Clippers, gift cards to experience dinner, spa treatments, performing arts and fabulous jewelry. Invite your friends and family to enjoy this evening of fun with Assistance League. Proceeds will allow us to increase the number of recipients of our philanthropic programs that benefit families and individuals in the Santa Clarita community. The evening will be filled with good food, friends and Vegas-style gaming. And remember, what happens in Santa Clarita stays in Santa Clarita. When: 5:30 - 10 p.m. Where: Valencia Hyatt Regency Hotel, 24500 Town Center Drive, Valencia
Cost: $100 includes a three-course dinner and $100 in chips to test your luck at Blackjack, Craps, Poker and Roulette. More info: Tickets are available until March 18, visit www.assistanceleaguesantaclarita.org.
Saturday, March 30
One Woman Show and Artist Reception at Canyon Theatre Guild What: The public is invited to an artist’s reception at the Canyon Theatre Guild. Awardwinning local artist Bonny Butler presents a one-woman show from March 30 to April 29. The exhibit titled “Dreaming In Color” includes a series of exquisite alcohol ink and encaustic wax paintings. “I always loved creating art, but raising a family took me in a different direction,” Butler said. After her family was grown, she returned to art, her first love, first with watercolors and Chinese brush, and currently with alcohol inks and encaustic wax. She explores, creates and relishes the ever-changing outcomes and spontaneity of her mediums. Her whimsical, loose-style paintings — now exhibited around the world — range from blooms and gardens, to expressive landscapes, to abstracts, and the occasional portrait of people and pets.
When: 4-7 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main St. Newhall
More info: Olga Kaczmar, 661-254-5267 and visit www.bonnybutler.com
Friday, April 5
WordCamp Santa Clarita
What: WordCamp is a two-day conference covering everything related to WordPress, organized by local volunteers who believe in giving back to the community.
When: From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Cost: $40 (includes lunch both days, snacks, beverages and a T-shirt) More info: https://2019. santaclarita.wordcamp.org/, for tickets, https://2019. santaclarita.wordcamp.org/ tickets/ (begins Feb 1), or call 661-495-7940.
Monday, April 15
Pastel Demo at Barnes & Noble by Otto Stürcke What: Otto Stürcke will conduct a pastel demo at the meeting of the Santa Clarita Artists Association. When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Barnes & Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita
Cost: Free
More info: Olga Kaczmar, 661-254-5267
Saturday, May 11
Music in the Park : Cruise Control At Hart What: (All Comers CruiseIn) with additionally invited car clubs and associations. Music by request played by DJ Al with classic country, ’50s, ’60s oldies, blues and classic rock and in the picnic area.
When: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: William S. Hart Regional Park, 24151 Newhall Avenue, Newhall Cost: Free
More info: 661-259-1750
Saturday, May 18
Artisan Row Home Arts & Crafts Show What: Attendees will experience a Home Arts & Crafts Boutique showcasing handmade toys; fashion accessories; fabrics; bed and bath items; 3D craftworks and a fine arts gallery with photography, paintings and print works. When: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: William S. Hart Regional Park, 24151 Newhall Ave.
Cost: Free
More info: 661-259-1750